qwertyy Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Two weeks out from the next DR.com group reservation - 10 spots on Mon 2/7, 5p-8p. I'm out of town, so all 10 spots up for grabs. Who is in? I am! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wlohmann Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Daniel, can you catch others up on this thread? What is the reservation for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 DR.com volunteers once a month at DCCK, normally on a Monday or Thursday evening. We've been doing this for more than 2 years! Essentially, kitchen prep work for their meal production the next day. About Volunteering at DC Central Kitchen Volunteers are an integral part of DC Central Kitchen. Each year, more than 14,000 volunteers work side-by-side with the men and women of our Culinary Job Training program, preparing more than 4,500 meals a day, 365 days a year. The evening Co-op shift is from 5 to 8 on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays only. Volunteer activities include chopping, sorting and vacuum-sealing fresh produce that we get from local farms; mixing salads; portioning meals; de-boning meat; baking healthy snacks; and sorting cans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted January 25, 2011 Author Share Posted January 25, 2011 Two weeks out from the next DR.com group reservation - 10 spots on Mon 2/7, 5p-8p. I'm out of town, so all 10 spots up for grabs. Who is in? Please add me to the list. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I'm touched that Zach and I are so popular that when we can't go, the attendance drops, but we really do need to fill the 10 spots! Mon Feb 7, 5p-8p qwertyy goldenticket chaofun +1 Anna Blume +1 xochitl10 ol_ironstomach goodeats P.S. Weather and traffic has robbed them of volunteers the past couple of days. They are desperate for help this week on the following shifts: Thurs 5p-8p Fri 9a-12n Fri 5p-8p If you can help, contact Carolyn at 202-234-0707 X 108 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 I'm touched that Zach and I are so popular that when we can't go, the attendance drops, but we really do need to fill the 10 spots! Mon Feb 7, 5p-8p qwertyy goldenticket Daniel, count me in for the 7th. -Theo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Blume Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 M Feb. 7: As long as I am not trapped by snow in Happy Valley, count me in, plus 1! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 M Feb. 7: As long as I am not trapped by snow in Happy Valley, count me in, plus 1! Thank you! Still need 5 more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xochitl10 Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 I have a standing meeting until 5 on Monday afternoons, which is why I never sign up for Mondays. If they don't mind an old-timer running in a bit late, I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 I have a standing meeting until 5 on Monday afternoons, which is why I never sign up for Mondays. If they don't mind an old-timer running in a bit late, I'm in. Not an issue once you've been there a couple of times. You're in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ol_ironstomach Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 My schedule conflict just got cancelled. I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Got a friend to tag along so you can add a +1 to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Forgot to add that I can come this time too!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted February 3, 2011 Share Posted February 3, 2011 Thanks, everyone! Up to 9, so can take 1 more if anyone is available. ETA: Got 10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodleygrrl Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Thanks, everyone! Up to 9, so can take 1 more if anyone is available. ETA: Got 10. In case someone backs out, I would love to come. Jennifer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 They've been so short on volunteers lately, they're not going to turn you away. And there's usually one no-show in our group for various reasons. Please come on Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Blume Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Anyone here park nearby? While intentions are to take public transportation, information regarding safe, inexpensive parking options are welcome. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 (edited) Anyone here park nearby? While intentions are to take public transportation, information regarding safe, inexpensive parking options are welcome. Thanks! There is meter parking in front of DCCK. Edited February 7, 2011 by goodeats Sticking to goldenticket's version is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted February 7, 2011 Author Share Posted February 7, 2011 Anyone here park nearby? While intentions are to take public transportation, information regarding safe, inexpensive parking options are welcome. Thanks! While not publicized/encouraged, it is OK to park in the gravel lot by the entrance to the kitchen for the evening shifts, as long as you arrive right around 5pm (or later). Not OK for the weekday morning (9am - noon) shifts - should anyone ever volunteer for those time slots. It's rare that you find an open spot, but there is un-metered parking on the west side of 2nd Street, between D and E. See everyone there tonight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Blume Posted February 9, 2011 Share Posted February 9, 2011 Thanks, everyone, for the information about parking nearby! ********************* Both the numbers volunteering and the numbers of tasks were modest this time around; after the break we worked for 10-15 minutes tops, finishing and cleaning up. I started out transferring take-out salads into aluminum pans and sealing them, setting the two clam shells w sliced turkey aside, and ultimately, when asked to return to the same duty, pointing out that the second batch wasn't quite as fresh and should be discarded which the DCCK crew decided was a fair assessment. Meanwhile, three women from a different group were placed behind huge, steaming cauldrons to blanch chopped Brussels Sprouts while a larger group of guys joined us--if only cjsandler were there with his knife skills since they were fast and possibly professionals. Everyone waited for the Michael Jackson tape and sure enough, as we focused on blades and fingers, there he goes telling us to keep our heads up. At any rate, it looks as if local suppliers overstocked chicken wings for the Super Bowl since that's what part of the crew cleaned, seasoned and set onto trays. The rest of us were stationed at cutting boards with serrated knives designed for right-handed people. We coupéed beacoups de choux, slivering the pale green heads for slaw. Fun. So far, we've lucked out. No onions. No plucking and eviscerating. New this time in the break room: a spread of delicious, nourishing food from the culinary students of DCCK! Spicy stews, chicken with peanuts, rice... Sparky promised recipes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwertyy Posted February 9, 2011 Share Posted February 9, 2011 This is really such a good time. I've enjoyed my last two DR nights so much that I've signed up for a shift on my own next week. (And Curtis said I can just show up any time he's working. ) A HUGE thank you to DanielK for heralding this great organization and giving us the opportunity to participate! PS--that peanut stew was AWESOME. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwertyy Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 New this time in the break room: a spread of delicious, nourishing food from the culinary students of DCCK! Spicy stews, chicken with peanuts, rice... Sparky promised recipes. Peanut soup cookoff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcanuck Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 are we taking volunteers for the 3/24 evening? If so, count me in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Slow down there, cowboy. I start taking names 2 weeks ahead of the date - we're 6 weeks out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweth Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 Slow down there, cowboy. I start taking names 2 weeks ahead of the date - we're 6 weeks out! I think we're 2 weeks out now; are we taking names yet? If so, count me in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 I'm in +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 Wow, you guys are on the ball. Note: 11 spots this month. Thursday, March 24, 5p - 8p DanielK xcanuck sweth chaofun +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrXmus Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 SWMBO and I would like to join the group for the first time this month. Please count us in. Should we eat first (especially if Mrs. DrX is a picky eater)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 SWMBO and I would like to join the group for the first time this month. Please count us in. Should we eat first (especially if Mrs. DrX is a picky eater)? Prob should eat a snack at least... usually lasts till 8 or so. Last month the break food was pretty killer though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 SWMBO and I would like to join the group for the first time this month. Please count us in. Should we eat first (especially if Mrs. DrX is a picky eater)? It depends. If you or your SO gets affected by certain smells, then no, because sometimes smells from the chopping of raw onions would make me queasy and eating beforehand would just exacerbate that. The DCCK crew usually gives us a break around 7pm, and as chaofun said, the past few break snacks they provide for us have been pretty tasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Still 2 spots left... Thursday, March 24, 5p - 8p DanielK xcanuck sweth chaofun +1 DrXmus +1 goldenticket NCPinDC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 Sign me up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mame11 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Sign me up me too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 18, 2011 Share Posted March 18, 2011 bump... Still 1 spot left! Thursday, March 24, 5p - 8p DanielK xcanuck sweth chaofun +1 DrXmus +1 goldenticket NCPinDC Crackpot Gourmet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smita Nordwall Posted March 18, 2011 Share Posted March 18, 2011 I'll be there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkycom Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mame11 Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I think I'm out but will not know for sure until tomorrow. Sorry :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Which means we still have 1, maybe 2 spots left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweth Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Which means we still have 1, maybe 2 spots left. Rather: 2, maybe 3, as I suddenly have to bail for annoying work-related reasons. I PM-ed DanielK, but thought I'd post here in case anyone was on the fence about joining who might be more motivated now that we're one more person short... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Rather: 2, maybe 3, as I suddenly have to bail for annoying work-related reasons. I PM-ed DanielK, but thought I'd post here in case anyone was on the fence about joining who might be more motivated now that we're one more person short... Booo Sweth. Gallo and I will have to catch up with you the next time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Make that 3, maybe 4 spots available - I just got another cancellation in email. Any last minute help out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 As always, thank you to Daniel and the other members there now working their fingers to the bone. It may seem frustrating at times not being able to fill the spots, but you guys are doing God's work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwertyy Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Make that 3, maybe 4 spots available - I just got another cancellation in email. Any last minute help out there? Rats. I'm really sorry I only saw this now. I hope I can join you next time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrXmus Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 My back is sore and my legs and hands are tired after 2.5 hours of straining over 50 gallons of cooked raspberries, but my heart feels warm. Mrs. DrXmus and I are happy that we went and thanks to DanielK for organizing. We're definitely in for most Thursday volunteer nights. Thanks, too, to ChaoFun for helping knock out the last of the raspberries, and for the tip to wear a hat so I don't have to wear a hair net next time. Good to know. Great time tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Next session is only a little over 2 weeks away. I'll start the list next week. For your reference, here's the dates for the rest of the year: Monday, 04/11 (15 spots) Thursday, 05/12 (15) Monday, 06/13 (15) Thursday, 07/07 (10) Monday, 08/08 (15) Thursday, 09/15 (15) Monday, 10/17 (15) Thursday, 11/10 (15) Monday, 12/12 (15) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 OK, 2 weeks out from the next session, and we're trying to see if we can fill 15 slots going forward. Who's in? Monday, 04/11, 5p-8p DanielK +1 chaofun laniloa qwertyy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I'm in, I'll be late however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laniloa Posted March 28, 2011 Share Posted March 28, 2011 I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwertyy Posted April 2, 2011 Share Posted April 2, 2011 Count me in, please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted April 2, 2011 Share Posted April 2, 2011 That's 4 spots down, 11 to go. Where is everyone this month? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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